INGREDIENTS
1kg broccoli (2 heads), cut into florets
120ml extra virgin olive oil
80g salted capers, rinsed and drained
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 long red chilli, thinly sliced
500g cooked chickpeas, (2 tins, drained and rinsed)
1 cup baby spinach
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup parsley, finely chopped
2/3 cup mint leaves
80g parmesan, shaved
50g flaked almonds, toasted
METHOD
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Place the broccoli florets in a perforated steam tray and steam at 100°C for 1 minute.
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Pre-heat a griddle pan on high heat, Induction setting 8, until the pan is smoking hot.
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Remove the broccoli from the steam oven, quickly toss in half of the olive oil and place on the griddle pan, in batches, until you have char marks on the broccoli. Keep aside in a large mixing bowl.
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Add the remaining oil into a small saucepan, with the capers, garlic and chilli.
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Cook on medium heat, Induction setting 5, until the garlic starts to just turn slightly golden.
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Remove from the heat immediately and pour directly over the broccoli.
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Add the chickpeas, spinach, lemon zest, salt and pepper and mix well.
Note
- Just prior to serving, squeeze over the lemon juice and top with parsley, mint, parmesan and almonds.
- A protein rich vegetarian meal to help promote muscle repair after training.
- Add a side of brown rice for extra carbohydrates if you have high energy needs.
- Make double the recipe and enjoy your leftovers for lunch the next day.
APPLIANCE / FUNCTION
Miele in collaboration with Sports Dietitians Australia
Sports Dietitians Australia (SDA) is the peak association for accredited sports dietitians, supporting them to be global leaders in sports nutrition practice. Their members are integral to active Australians achieving their health and performance goals safely, with credible, evidence based sports nutrition advice
